2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Zeta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |