2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana. 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 (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Thesis | Liana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
