1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 801 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
