2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Aveo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 20.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
