2009 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 225 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
