2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2635 mm |
