2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | i10 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
