2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200.
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 (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200. 2012 Chrysler 200 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Thesis | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
