2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
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, 2007 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thesis | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
