2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1387 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Excursion | Thema |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |