1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
