2007 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
