1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 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. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
