2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 171 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.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Lucerne | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
