2000 Lancia Zeta vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 341 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Zeta | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
