2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter. 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Sprinter | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
