2006 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | X5 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |