2000 Audi TT vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
