2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Viper | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |