2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 965 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thesis | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
