2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Thesis | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
