2008 Mazda Etude 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 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 5,700 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 898 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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 Mazda Etude, 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 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Etude | Thema |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 363 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
