2012 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lancia |
| Model | Pajero | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
