1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Thema | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
