2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 806. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Thesis | 806 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
