2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
