2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | XJ | Thesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |