2007 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | K |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
