2005 Lancia Zeta vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Zeta | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Zeta | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
