2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | TL | Thesis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |