2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Malibu | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
