2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2003 Lancia Thesis are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Stilo | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |