1999 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 914 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Routan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3078 mm |
