2005 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Fiat Croma. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
