2008 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 1052 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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 Kia Picanto, 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 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Picanto | Thema |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
