2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 3 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Serena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
