2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
