1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia Kappa | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Kappa | Rexton |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |