2009 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Lancia Thesis and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thesis | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |