2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thesis | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
