1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
