2002 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 2002 Ford Focus and 2002 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 368 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2002 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Zeta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |