2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XK | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
