2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 2003 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
