1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Kappa | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Kappa | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
