2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Thema. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Thema.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | Thema |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |