1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 11 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Kappa | LR3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |