2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 319 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thesis | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
