2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Thesis | Malibu |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |