2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caliber | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
