2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Thesis | X6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |