2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 987 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
