2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2710 mm |
