2006 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 433 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LX. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Lexus | Lancia |
Model | LX | Thema |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |