2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS6 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model RS6 Galant
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4854 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1839 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 67 L


 

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