2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Terracan | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1715 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
