1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 1510 kg | 1405 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |