2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 447 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
