2009 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
