2004 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
