2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 3 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Thesis | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
