2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 565 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 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
