2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
