2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius. 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 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Thesis | Rodius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |