2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 884 kg more than 2002 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2600 mm |
