2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1602 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
