2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
