1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 996 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |