2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Kappa | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |