2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Thesis | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
