2005 Lancia Zeta vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Zeta | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Zeta | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
