2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2008 GMC Acadia 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. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Acadia | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
