2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Audi Q5

To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 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 2,397 cc, 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.

Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lancia Thesis 2010 Audi Q5
Make Lancia Audi
Model Thesis Q5
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2397 cc 1964 cc
Horse Power 185 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1880 mm


 

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