2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Thesis | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
