2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta. 2007 Buick Lucerne 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 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Lucerne | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
