2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 993 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Commander | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
