2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A4 | Colt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |