2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Allroad | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
