2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 612 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Terracan | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
