2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Escalade | Thesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |