1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Voyager | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Voyager | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
