2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Thesis | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
