2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 8 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2006 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | QX4 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
