2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 192 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
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 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
