2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Lancer | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
