2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |
