2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. 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 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. 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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Dion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
