2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 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 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Impala | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
