1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 64 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lancia Kappa 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Kappa Land Cruiser
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1614 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm


 

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