2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 8 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2790 mm |
