2005 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2005 Holden Vectra and 2005 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Vectra | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Vectra | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |