2005 Lancia Zeta vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta. 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta. 2010 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Zeta | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Zeta | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
