2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 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 89 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 769 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Thesis | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
