2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 627 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Expedition | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
