2008 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
