2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
