2009 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Thesis. 2009 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2010 Audi TT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Thesis | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
