2002 Buick Century vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Century | Thesis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |