2001 Mitsubishi ASX vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi ASX would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
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 Audi A5 (349 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | ASX | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 L |
