2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
