2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2000 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Stratus | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
