2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Galant | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
