2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C8 | Kappa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |