2009 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 154 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
