1997 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
