2005 Audi A3 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 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Audi A3 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 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
