1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 915 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Kappa | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |