2005 Lancia Zeta vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Zeta | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
