1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 527 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2012 Honda Odyssey 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. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Kappa | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |