1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Zeta | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Zeta | Villager |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |