1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Kappa | Q5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |