2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 MG ZS
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 351 kg more than 2003 MG ZS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2003 MG ZS | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Thesis | ZS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
