2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 608 kg more than 2001 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Thesis | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
