2007 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 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 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A4 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |