1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 8 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
