2005 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Lancia Zeta and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (261 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zeta | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
