2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 316 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Malibu | Thesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |