1999 Audi TT vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
