1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Kappa | Altea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
