2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2003 Lancia Zeta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
