2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Commander | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
