1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 134 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Kappa | Xterra |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |