2002 Lancia Zeta vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Zeta | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zeta | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
