2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 A4 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
