2000 Toyota Previa vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Lancia Zeta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Toyota Previa.
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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta. 2004 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Previa | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Previa | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
