2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A8 | Outlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |