1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | Liana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
