2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Kappa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
