2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 796 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2001 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Thesis | Elise |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
