2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | CTS | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |