2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-250 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
