2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
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 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LaCrosse | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
