2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 227 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
