2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Galant | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |