2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
