2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 115 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 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
