2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mondeo | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 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 | 1478 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |