2004 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Zeta | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |