2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 856 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
