1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S6 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
