2007 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 120 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
