1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2003 BMW 330 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. 2003 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Kappa | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
