2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
