2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Thesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |