2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 159 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 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 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | S-Type | Thema |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |