2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 147 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Because 2000 Hyundai Neos 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 2000 Hyundai Neos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Neos | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
