1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Kappa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
