2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Lancia Thesis and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thesis | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
