2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 30 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, 2003 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | CTS | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |