2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Thesis | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Thesis | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |