2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-250 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1928 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
