1999 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (115 HP @ 5190 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5190 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
