2001 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
