2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Thesis | RX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
