1999 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A6 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A6 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |