2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Thesis | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2199 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
