2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 218 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lancia Thema is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lancia Thema. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Lancia |
Model | Aurora | Thema |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |