2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Thesis | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
