1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 830 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Kappa | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
