2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 2002 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | XJ | Thesis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |