1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma

To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.

Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi S6 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model S6 Carisma
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4170 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2250 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm


 

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