2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta would be higher. 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zeta | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
