2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 287 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C3 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |