2012 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 629 kg more than 2003 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Savana | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Savana | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
