2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Thesis | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
