2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Zeta | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
