2006 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2006 Kia Carens and 2006 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc, 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Carens | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2397 cc |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |