1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Kappa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
