2005 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Odyssey | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 308 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |