2006 BMW X3 vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X3 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
