2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S4 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
