2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
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 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Lancia | Saturn |
Model | Thesis | ION |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2450 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |