2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2001 Ford Explorer and 2001 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Explorer (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 417 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Explorer. 2001 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
