2012 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lancia Thema 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 228 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ, 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Thema | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Thema | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
