1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 37 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 996 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |