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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.

Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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 2698 cc 2387 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 223 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L


 

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