2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Avalanche | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
