2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thesis | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
