2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Envoy | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
