1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Thema | Villager |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
