2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XK | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 20.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
