2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Thesis | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
