2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thesis | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
