2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 2005 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
