2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Cruze | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
