2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2001 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 325 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 20.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |