2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 220 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Toyota | Lancia |
Model | Tundra | Thema |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 630 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |