2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 344 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LaCrosse | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
