2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-350 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | E-350 | Kappa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |