2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 533 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Patriot | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
