2004 Lancia Zeta vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 2 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. Both 2004 Lancia Zeta and 2006 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 65 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.
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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Zeta | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Zeta | Altea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |