2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thesis | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.4 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 | 1695 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
