1996 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Diamante | A3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |