2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Opel Signum.
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, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thesis | Signum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
