1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 17 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2010 Audi Q7 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. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Thema | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3002 mm |
