2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2003 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2003 Mazda MPV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MPV weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
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 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2003 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Kappa | MPV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
