2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 8 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C8 | Kappa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |