2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Thesis | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |