2002 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
