2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thesis | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |