2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | DTS | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
