2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 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:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C4 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
