2004 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Thema |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 630 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |