1998 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
