2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1116 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Zeta | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Zeta | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |