2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allroad | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
