2005 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 463 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sedona | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
