1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 16 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 23 kg more 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kappa | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |
