2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Proudia | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
