2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A6 Lancer
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1468 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 371 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1008 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm


 

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