2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
