2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 283 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2013 Hyundai Tucson is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Thesis | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1655 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
