2003 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 AC Aceca 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 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Aceca | Thesis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |