2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Almera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
