1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
