2000 Ford Puma vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Puma | Kappa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |