2004 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
