2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 329 kg more than 1994 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Durango | Thema |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
