2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Thesis | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |