1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 13 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 202 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Kappa | Forte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |