2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 214 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Thesis | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
