2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |