2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 9 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 477 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Materia | Kappa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |