1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Avenger and 1998 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Avenger | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Avenger | Kappa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |