2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Thesis | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
