2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 632 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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 (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (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 Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 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 | 1048 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
