1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
