1998 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
