2005 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
