2005 Lancia Zeta vs. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Zeta | 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | Xedos 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
