2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A5 (330 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Outlander | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
