2009 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
