2005 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (213 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X5 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
