2007 Acura RL vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RL | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
