2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 433 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
