2006 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
