2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Colorado | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
