2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
