2001 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
