1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Thema | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
