2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
