2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Lancia Thesis and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thesis | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5982 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |