2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 354 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Thesis | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |