1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 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 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Kappa | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
