2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Thesis | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |