2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Zeta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |