1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | S6 | Galant |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |