1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. Both 1997 Lancia Kappa and 2004 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 194 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
