2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Wrangler | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
