2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
