2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Thesis | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
