2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 472 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (241 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Thesis | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |