2009 Kia Amanti vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Kia Amanti 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Amanti | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Amanti | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
