2005 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
