2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
