2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 6 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. Both 2001 Lancia Thesis and 2007 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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 (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thesis | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
