1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 666 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Zeta | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
