1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Altima. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Kappa | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |