2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 11 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Thema. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Thema. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A6 | Thema |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3053 mm |