1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Kappa | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Lancia | Buick |
Model | Kappa | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |