1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 806 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Kappa | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |