2004 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
