Mitsubishi Galant 1997 vs Audi A4 1996
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 178 NM | 173 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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Mitsubishi Galant is more dynamic to drive. Mitsubishi Galant engine produces 11 HP more power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 5 NM more than Audi A4. Thanks to more power Mitsubishi Galant reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 | 9.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Audi A4 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mitsubishi Galant consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that by driving the Mitsubishi Galant over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mitsubishi Galant consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 880 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 710 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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Audi A4 1996: The vehicle features full-time Quattro IV all-wheel drive with Torsen center differential and electronic traction control that operates at speeds up to 40 km/h and applies brakes to spinning wheels, with the effect of locking the front and rear differential. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 520'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mitsubishi Galant engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 46 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mitsubishi Lancer, Mitsubishi Outlander, Mitsubishi Space Wagon | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Bora | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Audi A4 1996 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Audi A4 1996 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.42 m | |
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Mitsubishi Galant is larger. Mitsubishi Galant is 15 cm longer than the Audi A4, 1 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 420 litres | 390 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1400 litres | 1250 litres | |
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Mitsubishi Galant has more luggage capacity. Mitsubishi Galant has 30 litres more trunk space than the Audi A4. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mitsubishi Galant (by 150 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mitsubishi Galant is 0.3 metres less than that of the Audi A4. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`910 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | below average | |
| Mitsubishi Galant has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A4, so Mitsubishi Galant quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 1400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 5.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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