2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 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 202 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 377 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Xedos | Lancia |
| Model | 9 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3053 mm |
