2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse 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. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. 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 (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ulysse | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
