2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
