2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Thesis | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |