2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 is newer by 6 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 607.
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 (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Thesis | 607 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
