2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta. 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zeta | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
