1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
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 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Kappa | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
