2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
