2004 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | MDX | Thema |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 534 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |