2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 275 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Fusion | Kappa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |