2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A6 Lancer
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1834 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm


 

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