2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 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 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Expedition | Kappa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |