1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Thesis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |