2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thesis | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
