2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 Lancia Thesis and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thesis | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3310 cc |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |