1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
