2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis

To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis.

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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2006 Lancia Thesis
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Thesis
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 2397 cc
Horse Power 255 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1840 mm


 

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