2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis

To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.

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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alfa Romeo 156 2007 Lancia Thesis
Make Alfa Romeo Lancia
Model 156 Thesis
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 217 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1686 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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