2010 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Taurus | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taurus | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
