2000 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa

To start off, both 2000 BMW 520 and 2000 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.

Because 2000 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 520 2000 Lancia Kappa
Make BMW Lancia
Model 520 Kappa
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 1929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 309 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2710 mm


 

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