2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,772 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A8 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2772 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |