2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A4 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |