1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Kappa | XL7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |