2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
