2004 Lancia Zeta vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 7 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 2011 Ford Kuga are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Zeta | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Zeta | Kuga |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |