2005 Citroen C1 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 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C1 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C1 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 132 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |