2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A6 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3101 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |