2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | RAV4 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
