2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 126 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 XJR (525 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJR | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
