1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1928 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
