2003 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 348 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
