2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A8 | Grandis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |