2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 168 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Kappa | Eos |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1623 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |