2005 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Diamante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |