2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Outlander | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
