2009 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thesis | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |