2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
