2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 336 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis. 2008 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thesis | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
