2007 GMC Savana vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa

To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.

Because 2007 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2007 GMC Savana 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. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Savana 1998 Lancia Kappa
Make GMC Lancia
Model Savana Kappa
Year Released 2007 1998
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 15 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2710 mm


 

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