2012 Kia Picanto vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 2012 Kia Picanto and 2012 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 978 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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, 2012 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 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Picanto 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:
| 2012 Kia Picanto | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Picanto | Thema |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
