2001 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Zeta | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
