1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 152 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape 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. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Zeta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
