2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 8 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 580 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Thesis | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
