2005 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 630 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, 2005 Audi A6 (420 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
