2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (139 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Thesis | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
