2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ 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 2001 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | XJ | Thesis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |