2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |