2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 4 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Thesis | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
