2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Kappa | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |