2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 498 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thesis | ML |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
