2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Audi A4.
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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Thesis | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Thesis | A4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |