2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
