2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Aerio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. 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 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. 2001 Suzuki Aerio has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Aerio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1150 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 |
