1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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1996 Audi A6 | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |