1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Echo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
