2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Thesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2397 cc |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |