2004 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
