1997 Lancia K vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia K | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | K | Eos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
