2010 Dacia Duster vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 5 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2005 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster 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:
| 2010 Dacia Duster | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Dacia | Lancia |
| Model | Duster | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2830 mm |
