2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Expedition | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
