2009 Honda Element vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element 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. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Element | Kappa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |