2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |