2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 MG ZT-T.
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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT-T. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2003 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Thesis | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
