2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu I-280 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | I-280 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2451 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
