2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 761 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Thesis | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
