2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 237 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
