2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 380 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.
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 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2006 Lancia Thesis 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. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thesis | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
