2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 10 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 104 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 82 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Kappa | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
