1997 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
