2010 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 633 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Phaeton | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2233 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5059 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2881 mm | 2830 mm |
