2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Thesis | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
