2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6. 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C6 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
