2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 Scion xB
To start off, both 2003 Lancia Thesis and 2003 Scion xB were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 42 more horse power than 2003 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Scion xB. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2003 Scion xB has manual transmission. 2003 Scion xB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2003 Scion xB | |
| Make | Lancia | Scion |
| Model | Thesis | xB |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
