2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 351 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thesis | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |