2005 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Zeta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Carens | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
