2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Lancia Thesis and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Thesis | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |