2005 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
