2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 32 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 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thesis | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |