2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 158 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A6 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |