1998 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Lancer. 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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Lancer | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
