1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 8 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Kappa | Transporter |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |