2009 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
