2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1029 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 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
