2012 Lancia Thema vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 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 111 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Thema | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Thema | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
