2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (213 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thesis | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
