2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lancia |
| Model | C | Thema |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
