2007 Audi TT vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (267 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
