2000 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
