1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
