2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Kappa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |