2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 464 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti G20 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
Model | G20 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |