2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1056 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis. 2002 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2600 mm |
