2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Patriot | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
