2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2003 Lancia Zeta and 2003 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 228 kg more than 2003 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus LS 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 2003 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta. 2003 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Zeta | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
