2012 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2010 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2010 Hummer H3 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 Lancia Thema | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hummer |
| Model | Thema | H3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |
