2011 Infiniti M vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | M | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1843 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
