2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
