1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
