2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
