1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Kappa | XK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2752 mm |
