2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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 (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2006 Peugeot 407 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. 2006 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Thesis | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
