2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 (320 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
