2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (373 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2011 Audi A6 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. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Lancer | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 420 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |