2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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. Both 2005 Lancia Thesis and 2011 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Thesis | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1695 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
