1996 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
