1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Pontiac G6 is newer by 7 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2005 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2005 Pontiac G6 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. 2005 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Kappa | G6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
