2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. Both 2007 Honda CR-V and 1997 Lancia Kappa are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CR-V | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
