2009 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Carens | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
