2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Ford F-150 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 2008 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2008 Ford F-150 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. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-150 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2710 mm |
