2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 263 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Thesis | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |