2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2001 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Thesis | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
