2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Grandis | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |