1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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. Both 1996 Lancia Kappa and 2007 Volvo S40 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Kappa | S40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
