1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 520 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 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Lancia | Dodge |
Model | Kappa | Dakota |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |