2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 828 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
