2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Thesis | Aerio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |