2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Acadia | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
