2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (213 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Thesis | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1755 mm |
