2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
