1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Galant | A5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |