2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kappa | V |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |