2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Thesis | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
