2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Thesis | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |