2005 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
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 Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
