1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 (309 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Kappa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |