2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Thesis 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Samsung |
| Model | Thesis | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
