2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 725 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Grandis | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
