2006 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (168 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 371 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |