2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 629 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 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Thesis | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |