2011 Mazda 5 vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5.
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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta. 2001 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 5 | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | 5 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
