2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Pathfinder | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
