2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
