2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thesis | RVR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
