2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Zeta | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Zeta | 996 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |