1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 2010 Dodge Avenger 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. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Kappa | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
