2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Lancia Thesis and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis. 2004 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Thesis | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2450 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |