2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2001 Lancia Thesis and 2001 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (350 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thesis | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
