2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 840 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Thesis | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
