2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Lancia Thesis and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thesis | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
