2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES 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 19 more horse power than 2003 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES. 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, 2003 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Thesis | 2003 Lexus ES | |
Make | Lancia | Lexus |
Model | Thesis | ES |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |