2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 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 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Compass | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
