2001 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Astra | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Astra | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
