1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
