2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Thesis | C70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
