2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 862 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Thesis | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
