2009 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Carens | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
