2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Envoy | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
