2012 Nissan NV vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | NV | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2627 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
