2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX. 1998 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Kappa | SVX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
