2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
