2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 68 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 554 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | Thema |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 534 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |