2006 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2006 BMW 120 and 2006 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2006 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 120 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |