2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
