1997 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
