1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Kappa | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |