2005 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
