2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 574 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 207. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Thesis | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
