2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Raider.
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 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Raider | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |