2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taurus | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
