1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 1 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Avenger | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
