2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Condor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
