2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 818 kg more than 2002 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2418 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
