1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Kappa | Quantum |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |