2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A5 | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
