1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 14 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 195 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Kappa | S5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |