2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
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, both vehicles can yield 226 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1680 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
