2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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 146 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 610 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Lancia | Lada |
Model | Thesis | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |