2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caliber | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 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 | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
