1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 473 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Kappa | Rexton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |