1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 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, 2005 Volvo S60 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2005 Volvo S60 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. 2005 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Kappa | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
