2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 2006 Lancia Thesis
Make Chevrolet Lancia
Model Colorado Thesis
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 2397 cc
Horse Power 186 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1840 mm