2009 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
