2002 Acura CL vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta

To start off, 2003 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2003 Lancia Zeta
Make Acura Lancia
Model CL Zeta
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 134 HP
Torque 315 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L


 

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