2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Q7 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
