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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6.
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 (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1900 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 | 1896 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
