1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Kappa | 405 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
