2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 280 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Thesis | Outlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |