2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | L 200 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2807 mm |