2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 8 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Rover 25. 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Kappa | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
