2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
