2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
