1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Kappa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
