2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
