2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
