1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 16 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 54 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Lancia Thema | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Thema | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |