2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
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 Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Proudia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |