2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 827 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Thesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |