2004 Acura TL vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 28 kg more than 1997 Lancia Kappa. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TL | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
