2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Impala | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |