2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2009 Audi Q5 and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (236 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (450 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (199 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q5 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model Q5 Lancer
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 152 HP
Torque 450 Nm 199 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 58 L


 

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