2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
