2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 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 189 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 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 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Q7 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
