2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Thesis | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
