2005 Acura CL vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | CL | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
