2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (213 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Audi TT | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Thesis | TT |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |