2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
