2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thesis | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |
