2008 Audi S5 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Audi S5.
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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S5 | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
