2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
