2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
