2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 785 kg more than 1997 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Yukon | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
