2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 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 114 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 929 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C2 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |