2004 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 330 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |