2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 4 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Lancia | Saturn |
Model | Kappa | ION |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |