2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 1999 Lexus ES
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Lexus ES.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus ES. 1999 Lexus ES 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. 1999 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 1999 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Thesis | ES |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
