2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 762 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
Model | Elantra | Thesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |