2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 1997 Lancia K | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Thesis | K |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |