2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 7 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 174 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
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, both vehicles can yield 306 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
Model | Thesis | Azera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |