2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 665 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.

Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model RS6 Lancer
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.7 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 50 L


 

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