2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa

To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Expedition 1998 Lancia Kappa
Make Ford Lancia
Model Expedition Kappa
Year Released 2004 1998
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 230 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2572 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 15 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 70 L


 

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