2005 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 351 kg more than 2001 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | MDX | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |