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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 1984 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |