2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Colorado | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
