2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Thesis | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |