2004 Honda Z vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Z | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Z | Thesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |