2006 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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 A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
