2001 Lancia Zeta vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 232 kg more than 2001 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Zeta | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Zeta | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
