2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Outlander | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
