2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (213 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
