2012 Lancia Thema vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Thema | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Thema | Carens |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
