2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
Model | Terracan | Thesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |