2002 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
