2007 Audi S6 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | S6 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |