2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 553 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Durango | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
