2004 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 20 kg more 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, 2004 Audi A3 (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
