2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Magna | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2842 mm |
