2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 114 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80.
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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Thesis | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 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 | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |