2009 Audi A5 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 945 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A5 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |