2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 468 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
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 (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Thesis | G6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |