2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 341 kg more than 2002 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Town & Country 2002 Lancia Zeta
Make Chrysler Lancia
Model Town & Country Zeta
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 181 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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