2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2001 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | E-350 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
