2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis

To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,397 cc, 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.

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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GTV 2006 Lancia Thesis
Make Alfa Romeo Lancia
Model GTV Thesis
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 2397 cc
Horse Power 163 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm


 

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