2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 302 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
