2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | RS4 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
