2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis

To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis.

Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 2007 Lancia Thesis
Make BMW Lancia
Model X3 Thesis
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 215 km/hour 201 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 75 L


 

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