2006 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,130 cc, 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
