2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 203 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Thesis | Maxima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
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 | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |