1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 944 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Kappa | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
