1998 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1998 Audi A6 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, 1998 Audi A6 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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
