2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (213 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2002 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Thesis | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
