2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (199 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Thesis | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |