2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Thesis | XL7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
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 | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |