2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 554 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cerato | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
