2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 2005 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Thesis | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
