2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Montero | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
