2007 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2012 Lancia Thema is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lancia Thema. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Edge | Thema |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |