2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1240 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
