2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 887 kg more than 2000 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2830 mm |
