2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 521 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A3 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |